Disney Cruise Line

Everything included
in your cruise fare.

Most families are shocked by how much comes with a Disney Cruise Line sailing. Here's the full list — so you can compare apples to apples.

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Most meals included
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Soft drinks & juices included
$0
Extra cost for Broadway-style shows
100%
Kids club supervision included
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Unlimited character experiences
What you get

All of this is included in your fare.

Every Disney Cruise Line sailing includes the following at no additional charge. This is what sets Disney Cruise Line apart from nearly every other cruise line in the world.

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Dining
Main restaurant meals, room service & casual venues
Rotational dining at main restaurantsYour family rotates through 3 themed restaurants over the voyage — your servers travel with you
Breakfast, lunch & dinner dailyMain meals at rotational dining and casual venues — specialty restaurants like Palo and Remy require a reservation and cover charge
24-hour room serviceIncluding pizza, sandwiches, desserts and more delivered to your stateroom
Casual dining venuesPool deck quick service, buffets, and specialty casual spots
Soft drinks, juice, coffee & teaAvailable at meals and self-serve stations — alcoholic beverages and premium specialty drinks are not included
Milk & ice creamSoft-serve ice cream on deck, milk available for kids at meals
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Entertainment
Broadway-caliber shows & live events
Broadway-style stage showsOriginal Disney productions performed nightly in the Walt Disney Theatre — fully included
Movies — first-run & classicsThe Buena Vista Theatre shows current releases and Disney favorites, free of charge
Deck parties & live musicSail-away parties, themed deck events, and live entertainment throughout the voyage
Family activities & game showsTrivia, family game shows, dance parties, and more — all day, every day at sea
Pirate NightA themed deck party and fireworks at sea — a signature Disney Cruise Line tradition
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Kids Clubs
Supervised programming for all ages
Oceaneer Club & Lab (ages 3–12)Fully supervised, immersive themed spaces — Marvel, Star Wars, Frozen and more
Edge (ages 11–14)A dedicated tween-only space with activities, gaming, and social events
Vibe (ages 14–17)Teen-only space with a lounge, activities, and exclusive teen events
It's a Small World Nursery (ages 3 months–3 years)Staffed infant and toddler care — available for a small hourly fee
Extended evening hoursKids clubs stay open late so parents can enjoy adult dining and entertainment
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Character Experiences
Unlimited meets throughout the voyage
Character meet & greetsMultiple daily opportunities to meet Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars characters
Character diningBreakfast and dining experiences with Disney characters at no extra charge
Deck party appearancesCharacters appear at Pirate Night, sail-away parties, and themed deck events
No Lightning Lane or paid accessAll character experiences on board are included — no virtual queues or upcharges
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Pools & Recreation
Onboard amenities for the whole family
Multiple pools & aqua play areasFamily pools, adult-only pool, and AquaDuck/AquaMouse water coasters (ship dependent)
Fitness center accessFull gym facilities available to guests at no charge
Sports deck & jogging trackBasketball, shuffleboard, mini-golf and jogging areas available daily
Quiet cove & adult areasDedicated adults-only spaces including Quiet Cove pool and deck areas
Disney island destinationsBeach access at Disney Castaway Cay or Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point included
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Your Stateroom
Everything in your room is included
Split bathroom designMost Disney Cruise Line staterooms feature a split bath — sink/vanity separate from tub and toilet
Twice-daily housekeepingYour stateroom is serviced in the morning and turned down each evening
Towel animals & nightly treatsA signature Disney Cruise Line touch — a little magic waiting for you every evening
In-room TV & Disney ChannelDisney movies and programming available in your stateroom throughout the voyage
H2O+ bath amenitiesPremium bath products provided for all guests in every stateroom
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A note from G —

"When families compare Disney Cruise Line to other cruise lines, they often look at the sticker price and think it's expensive. But once you add up what's included — Broadway shows, kids clubs, character experiences, dining, room service, island access — the value story changes completely. I've sailed on both Disney and non-Disney cruise lines, and the difference in experience is not even close. My job is to help you see that clearly and find the right sailing for your family."

Good to know

What's not included.

A few things are sold separately — knowing them upfront means no surprises on board.

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Alcoholic beveragesBeer, wine, spirits and cocktails are not included. Non-alcoholic drinks are fully included.
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GratuitiesRecommended gratuities for your stateroom host and dining team. Disney provides suggested amounts.
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Port Adventures (excursions)Shore excursions at ports of call are booked and paid separately. I can help you choose the right ones.
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Specialty dining restaurantsPalo (adults-only) and Remy/Encanto/specialty venues require a reservation and cover charge.
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Spa treatmentsThe Senses Spa offers treatments at an additional cost. The fitness center is free.
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Wi-FiInternet packages are available for purchase. The Disney Cruise Line app works ship-wide for free for messaging and onboard activities.
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Photos from ship photographersDisney's onboard photographers are available throughout the voyage. Photo packages can be purchased.
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It's a Small World NurseryInfant and toddler care (ages 3 months–3 years) is available for a small hourly fee.
How it compares

Disney Cruise Line vs. a typical cruise line.

Here's how Disney Cruise Line stacks up against a typical mainstream cruise line when it comes to what's included in your fare.

Feature Disney Cruise Line Typical Cruise Line
Broadway-style shows✅ Included✅ Included
All main dining meals✅ Included✅ Included
24-hour room service✅ Included⚠️ Fee applies
Soft drinks & juices✅ Included⚠️ Usually extra
Kids club (supervised)✅ Fully included✅ Usually included
Character meet & greets✅ Unlimited, included❌ Not available
Character dining✅ Included❌ Not available
Private island beach access✅ Included⚠️ Sometimes extra
Rotational dining (servers travel with you)✅ Signature feature❌ Not offered
Pirate Night & fireworks at sea✅ Included❌ Not available
First-run movies✅ Included⚠️ Varies
Twice-daily housekeeping✅ Included⚠️ Reduced post-COVID
Teen & tween dedicated spaces✅ Included✅ Usually included
Alcoholic beverages❌ Extra⚠️ Varies by line
Wi-Fi❌ Extra❌ Usually extra
Gratuities❌ Recommended separately❌ Usually added

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